The best times to visit Gland for ideal weather are

May 21st to October 7th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Gland Travel Info

Weather in Gland

Temperature

Average temperatures in Gland vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 32nd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Gland, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 78.4°F (25.8°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 58.8°F (14.9°C) at night.

Gland Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Gland Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Gland Perceived Temperature (F)

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Gland Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Gland Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 40.6 36.1 31.1
Feb 41.9 35.8 30.2
Mar 51.3 43.7 36.4
Apr 60.9 52.1 43
May 66.7 57.6 48.6
Jun 73.6 64.2 55
Jul 77.5 67.7 58.3
Aug 76.4 66.8 57.6
Sep 68.1 59.7 52
Oct 58.7 52 45.8
Nov 48.6 43.5 38.3
Dec 41.1 36.5 31.4

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 4.8 2.3 -0.5
Feb 5.5 2.1 -1
Mar 10.7 6.5 2.4
Apr 16.1 11.2 6.1
May 19.3 14.2 9.2
Jun 23.1 17.9 12.8
Jul 25.3 19.8 14.6
Aug 24.7 19.3 14.2
Sep 20.1 15.4 11.1
Oct 14.8 11.1 7.7
Nov 9.2 6.4 3.5
Dec 5.1 2.5 -0.3

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Gland are September, March, and then April. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early March. For example, on the week of March 5th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early December with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of December 3rd.

When can you find snow in Gland? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Gland.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Gland (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 24% 0 2.8
Feb 22% 0 2.2
Mar 18% 0 1.9
Apr 20% 0 2.3
May 25% 0 3.2
Jun 25% 0 3.3
Jul 25% 0 3.8
Aug 23% 0 3.6
Sep 18% 0 3.2
Oct 20% 0 2.4
Nov 26% 0 3.9
Dec 27% 0 4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 24 0 7.1
Feb 22 0 5.6
Mar 18 0 4.8
Apr 20 0 5.8
May 25 0 8.1
Jun 25 0 8.4
Jul 25 0 9.7
Aug 23 0 9.1
Sep 18 0 8.1
Oct 20 0 6.1
Nov 26 0 9.9
Dec 27 0 10.2

 

Humidity and Wind

Gland has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is April (54.5% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (75.7%).

Wind in Gland is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by February and April. March’s average wind speed of around 5.8 knots (6.7 MPH or 10.8 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early March where average top sustained speeds reach 13.1 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Gland.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 4.6 Light breeze 9.3 Gentle breeze
Feb 5.1 Light breeze 10.2 Gentle breeze
Mar 5.8 Light breeze 11.5 Gentle breeze
Apr 5.1 Light breeze 10.7 Gentle breeze
May 5 Light breeze 10.3 Gentle breeze
Jun 4.8 Light breeze 10.3 Gentle breeze
Jul 4.7 Light breeze 9.9 Gentle breeze
Aug 4.2 Light breeze 9.1 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.8 Light breeze 9.7 Gentle breeze
Oct 4.3 Light breeze 8.4 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.5 Light breeze 9 Gentle breeze
Dec 4.6 Light breeze 9.5 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 72.8%
Feb 66.3%
Mar 56.7%
Apr 54.5%
May 59.1%
Jun 58.9%
Jul 55.3%
Aug 59.2%
Sep 64.2%
Oct 71.7%
Nov 75.3%
Dec 75.7%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Gland?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Switzerland; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 14, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Gland, Switzerland is July, followed by June and August. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Gland in November. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is slightly extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 43 in November means 43% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Gland Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 70.1°F (21.2°C) and 47.7°F (8.7°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 6 to 8 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see moderate precipitation with 7 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Gland, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 71.5°F (21.9°C) and 42.9°F (6.1°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 5 to 8 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Gland to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 47.7°F (8.7°C) and 38°F (3.3°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 6 to 8 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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